Immanuel Wilkins: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert

[@sullenpuffin]

23 years old... jazz is in a good place

[@Jojouniverse]

21 years old❤

[@calvincaronBass]

need a joel ross tiny desk please

[@samuelgstn098]

I said this after the first album!!!!!

[@joelekelow5380]

bro still now bruhh

[@makininiliwaambieni37]

The drummer’s accents and timing are impeccable throughout. Pianist is all into those 88’s!! Warriors...I can see dance choreography with that piece. Y’all are standing on...no dancing on the shoulders of the jazz musician ancestors and obviously listening well! Keep pushing!!!

[@avantijazz]

Totally agree, the drummer is exciting like the first time I heard Eric Harland. He is fresh new and killing it.

[@vincenzopellegrino4447]

God... Micah Thomas is so incredible

[@petervandewoestijne9371]

this is what jazz should sound like ....beautiful storytelling....

[@PentameronSV]

0:00 - *Grace and Mercy* (8:13) 8:38 - *Warriors* 16:17 - *The Dreamer* (20:31) [20:40 - Tiny Desk team]

[@tylerblake3596]

I think Immanuel will soon be looked at as one of the best musicians of our time. His album is incredible!

[@samuelgstn098]

Him and Joel Ross!

[@tylerblake3596]

@@samuelgstn098 Absolutely! Blue Note has some incredible young talent

[@maitefaangaza5888]

Also Kamasi Washington

[@poppacapps5573]

Its a relief to here someone who treats the alto with the respect it deserves.i get so sick of the girly man sound Kenny g and the like perpetrated upon us.

[@postatility9703]

Accomplished,Sincere and Spiritual, yes!But ultimately, humorless and tedious.A lot of today's players perform as though laughter is not musically acceptable. At the risk of sounding a bit harsh,I think you could call this today's version of Politically Correct Jazz.

[@quintellatv9049]

Congrats NPR. Highest level of art. Immanuel Wilkins explores the universe on his saxophone solos.

[@quintellatv9049]

Particular note for me: 2:02 first Wilkins solo; 11:40 second solo

[@nilskavanagh]

Woah these young guys are serious man

[@fabivilla2442]

The bassist is incredible...so much s p a c e. Also the cinematography !

[@Studio42Brooklyn]

Thank you!

[@BirdLives7]

Daryl johns is a boy genius. His solo on "The Dreamer" is sublime

[@inkdrakula]

but why he's dressed like "babushka"? ;)

[@paulturnet4572]

...Daryl Johns,....been a favorite of mines for the last 3-4yrs,..definitely someone to keep an eye on !!

[@paristexas919]

@@inkdrakula Yes, why??

[@strictlyjazzsoundspodcast]

These young musicians are old souls! I’ve played Immanuel Wilkins’ Blue Note inaugural album, “Omega” almost every show (bi-monthly) for the last three months. This is a great album! And he’s only, what? 23, 24 years old!

[@blessingtirivepi]

I miss live performances

[@iiicuuubreathingfullyoohoohooh]

Solid intonation Daryl Johns

[@chicohuff55]

The future of jazz. True dedication, playing as one. Beautiful

[@grossi6330]

Big fan of Daryl Johns. Fantastic!

[@waleoyejide697]

This is gorgeous. I'm grateful to be able to watch history from up close.

[@abath07]

Jazz is alive and very well in the hands and hearts of these fantastic musicians.

[@marjorievandyke8243]

Wow! It was hard to tell where one instrument ended and another began it felt so seamless... three voices becoming many then one. Gorgeous jazz storytelling.

[@abaneyone]

Tiny Desk really does have it all! Young people that are into jazz like this are on a completely different level, way beyond pop!

[@milesfarnan9049]

These guys are on the cutting edge - literally reinventing jazz with their playing

[@samhart2532]

immanuel is probably my favorite living saxophonist, and seeing him get a tiny desk is so exciting, albeit long overdue! excellent set!

[@maitefaangaza5888]

Whoa! You know Sonny Rollins is still alive right? :) But to each his own...

[@rudeboyjim2684]

@@maitefaangaza5888Gotta only like the older musicians, it’s a religion!

[@avantijazz]

Ooooh my! That's an alto sound and a half, I love it. The whole band is rocking up a storm. My my my. Thanks Immanuel and band, and thanks to NPR as always.

[@maynardewm]

I love how all of them play. The drummer is such a great listener and does such a great job with the color he adds. The bass player is so solid, I love his tone, his clarity, his sense of time. The pianist is great too although I don't have anything extra to say about his playing. Immanuel's technique is incredible and he is so thoughtful about his lines. He has a fantastic alto tone as well, really full, warm, but also brilliant and cuts through at the same time. Just an amazing combo!

[@Dianagarcialopez2002]

One of the greatest jazz players at the moment.

[@jawtv8355]

who else you got on that list? i need more jazz!

[@Dianagarcialopez2002]

@@jawtv8355 Christian Scott adujah Chad lefkowitz-brown Joey Alexander Kamasi washington Ambrose akinmusire Joel ross Robert glasper Wynton Marsalis Roy hargrove (r.i.p) Brad Mehldau Esperanza spalding Chick Corea Hiromi uehara Joshua Redman Cory henry Snarky puppy Jacob Collier Diana Krall Christian McBride Julian lage and many more but I think that with that you have enough haha, I hope you like them :>>>

[@jawtv8355]

@@Dianagarcialopez2002 THANK YOU! I was just enjoying some Louis Cole. You heard of him?

[@ominass00]

@@Dianagarcialopez2002 you forgot EMPA...

[@sullenpuffin]

@@Dianagarcialopez2002 great list

[@santich29]

THE SWEET JOSEPH ON THE BASSS XDX

[@2Tone-x8h]

This is what skill and artistry look like. On that last song Daryl Johns just left his body and went somewhere else!

[@fredvandenberg3567]

This is an Incredible group..... Just bought the CD as I listened... Hope to hear much more from these very talented musicians !

[@MattMusicianX]

What tight drumming from Kweku Sumbry! And that copper snare drum sounds sweet.

[@ChaaShaq]

Hard to believe he’s fairly new to the kit.

[@cx777o]

He is incredible!! Such a beautiful phrasing!

[@JeremySnchz]

I'm truly thankful for being alive to hear these dudes playing together 🤍

[@NiklasLukassenMusic]

Friends, this is so unbelievably beautiful! Thanks for the music. Fills me with warmth and makes me want to strive to step forward and be better! Hope to reconnect and catch you guys play again after this pandemic. For now wishing y’all the best from Germany

[@josefzeimetz3563]

So are YOU inspiring! Besides that, couldn't agree more

[@NiklasLukassenMusic]

@@josefzeimetz3563 that’s a lot, man! Hope our paths cross again and to hear you play 👌

[@josephdejarnette5143]

The bass tone sounds so good on this!

[@bigkeys1]

One of my favorite records from 2020....

[@emmittmmoore]

Wow, this is definitely the best shot tiny desk I've seen yet!

[@Studio42Brooklyn]

We tried! Thank you!

[@alexjayfrondelli2285]

Straight up one of my favorite groups rn

[@brocksamson8634]

Everyone sounding great! As an alto player myself you are an inspiration Immanuel, thank you.

[@miquelm7608]

Great concert !! Jazz at the highest level. Greetings from Poland.

[@philippemelkonian6485]

Love that music. Rhythm section is great.

[@RayasNegroOvejas]

Wilkins released one of the best straight jazz albums last year. A bit overlooked, I felt like (even though it says it was released to high acclaim in the description)

[@jamesgeng2213]

Most jazz albums get overlooked :( but he got recognized well in the community

[@RayasNegroOvejas]

@@jamesgeng2213 I felt like it was a bit overlooked within the community, was what I meant (compared with Joel Ross, who he plays with, for example); I don't think it's much of a point to relate if things are overlooked or not to the mainstream a lot of the time… but there are of course communities within the community and I may hang around more in other corners :)

[@cx777o]

Do you have more straight jazu stuff like this?

[@ConCitatoE]

I really appreciate this. This is indeed the best way to start a day. Especially for my mental at work, and.. This is an incredible offering. I'm about to look up the project. I enjoyed the chemistry here. Man.. Easy way to escape. 💜

[@gadekownik]

2020 best jazz album! It deeply moves my soul and stimulates my brain. Thank you!

[@iamaninvestor2086]

Good news guys, I heard this is the soundtrack to 2021. We are going to be ok.

[@Girlyduke]

DIG! These are some beautiful young beings sharing their light. Give thanks!

[@avantijazz]

Lovely. If only. Peace.

[@juano9554]

It looks like that!!!

[@jazzjara4091]

el mejor tiny hasta el momento gracias...

[@silva.barros]

Every day I enjoy this performance and every time a new sensation. My heart overflows and music always saves. Thank you for that NPR Music. peace and love for everyone.

[@elijahmayaka6783]

This was great . Such a lovely addition to the npr tiny desk ... Immanuel Wilkins quartet as always outstanding music and amazing performance ! Love your music and expression 💯

[@jrcris70]

I have just seen them live in Vitoria-Gasteiz, with a different contrabassist. Playing after a glorious set by Brad Mehldau Trio was a great responsibility, the chances to disappoint were high. But they really delivered, the concert was electrifying! I adored the versatility of Immanuel Wilkins, who could change the mood from dreamy instrospection to almost mad energy. The drummer was also amazing, sometimes he sounded quite African, he put you in a trance. I will certainly follow Immanuel Wilkins' career, he'll certainly bring us many delightful performances!

[@aagonline]

OMG! So glad I found this! I was listening to this while working feverishly. You all just set my soul right! I had just had to stop and let you know you all made my day! THank you. You have a new fan!

[@Lynn-zz1sc]

Wonderful concert!!! Thank you! A true testament to TRUE jazz!! Awesome!!!

[@tjengawongi9750]

Man, thoroughly enjoyed this, especially that last song "the Dreamer" great stuff!

[@sylvielopez2686]

Thank you very much so splendid jazz en very good musicians ave great journey all merci beaucoup tiny desk muchísimas gracias

[@daniellager8360]

Outstanding performance on Warriors! Tiny Desk: please keep the contemporary jazz going! I'd love to see James Brandon Lewis, Daniel Carter, Jaimie Branch, Yazz Ahmed, Ted Poor....

[@parva3432]

i keep coming back to this one. never enough.

[@jaderene]

This entire performance is just a fresh breath of air, that I needed to exhale!!!! Thank you so much Tiny Desk!!!!❤️😍🤯🥰

[@thedejabelle]

Yes girl its on repeat for me!!!

[@Deerych]

My goodness this was so full, rich, and musical! Wow. The sound and vibration seemingly picked me up and we floated away. lol.

[@loriclinchard2686]

Just saw these guys last night in Santa Cruz, CA. Sooooooo good! The comment below about s p a c e is right on. The bassist and the pianist - all of them actually - were just so good. I can't even find the words to describe it. They went to another plane, and took us with them....

[@christophegaudissart6551]

oui cette musique est vraiment incroyable quelle inspiration quel talent je suis pret pour la nouvelle galaxie qu il m emporte avec eux...total .respect 😎😎

[@haroldarchie3859]

Wow!!! The Tiny Desk I never knew I needed. This is beautiful.

[@barbaracifelli635]

Inspiring.....so great that this music is out in the world. Thank you.

[@ShravanSamsi]

Beautiful writing, playing, vibes, light, sound, just about everything is so crisp perfectly complimenting.. lots of love to the band and npr for cooking is this very special meal !! ❤️❤️

[@Keith0ve]

いい音、いい曲✨💕💕💕癒された〜😊 ありがとうございます🙏✨

[@janpierzchala2004]

Very good. Immanuel, Joshua, Wayne.

[@hcassibba]

Daryl Johns tremendoooooo!!!

[@2dkoda]

Beautiful, sincere,perfect.Thank You.

[@MilaOh]

my ears say thank you

[@brans2329]

man this rendition of the dreamer is fantastic

[@Ilaysax]

One of the best Alto players out there

[@mstewart109]

For comparison try Richie Cole RIP. ( not the alto madness one to start song lol)

[@Ilaysax]

@@mstewart109 Richie was indeed one of the very best

[@barbudo12]

Sublime musicianship. Excellent.

[@jamalalqassem8747]

Sound so good had to listen to it again

[@joyceglasgow2356]

Fabulous band and beautiful material!❤️🔥❤️🎶❤️

[@JahariStampley]

An iconic moment in history :-)

[@fred8097]

Jazz of the highest, highest order.

[@joyceglasgow2356]

I, too, love to sit alone and dream, and dream, and dream.❤️🙏❤️

[@ipsilonia]

this was so so so beautiful!!

[@nancyruiz8076]

absolute fire from beginning to end.

[@juano9554]

It looks like the new jazzy trends!

[@rahachi]

Wow! These Young Lions are preserving Jazz in a “good place”!

[@Matheusjazz]

Perfect language of Jazz in 11:40 🎷🤯🤯🤯

[@soniarossellopez5353]

Thank you. Your music really made my heart feel warmer. 💜

[@HannaB_504]

Great way to start my day 🔥🥰

[@helloafrica13]

Thank you for this great performance and album. Needed this!

[@leechong5335]

Amazing saxo en all the bands so beautiful thank you very much for sharing tiny desk muchísimas gracias 🌼

[@jl-zn3os]

the dreamer though, im gonna cry so beautiful lol

[@Will-xo1xg]

Nice. I love his tone. Very reminiscent of David Binney.

[@pasjazz]

Bravissimi, specialmente l'ultimo solo del bassista!!

[@parisinman]

Ayeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TyreekMcDole]

The future of our music

[@scottwatson8659]

So impressive! Inspirational!!!!

[@theGreasyDuster]

How's everyone's face feeling? Melted?? Unreal performance.

[@jg3797]

excellent timing --so beautiful, thanks

[@kurtheyl]

This music is a real gift!

[@Satans_lil_helper]

Incredible. I didn't want it to end.

[@thenorthernpeach4958]

Unbelievably Amazing.

[@llapmofo]

Amazing! History in the making.

[@drummermikeclark]

Yeah !!!

[@liambudge]

Killing music. Awesome fantastic if work on the video! Looks and sounds great!!

[@jkakurinpoche1406]

!!!!! THANK YOU, GUYS....TOP QUALITY OF MUSIC !!!!!

[@marktourtellotte1336]

Surprisingly excellent my brothers!

[@droppeddots11]

need to play live!!

[@stevennoronha4653]

absolutely beautiful this quartet is unbelievable

[@estebanperera5743]

So brilliant work!! Always the best NPR!!

[@iiicuuubreathingfullyoohoohooh]

Prince ... back as a double bassist ... sike ; ) enjoying the sounds

[@bekagigauri1799]

Incredible Micah Thomas!!

[@landofgoshenstudios6402]

EPIC, bassist!!